May 28, 2013

A report originating from the Vietnam News Agency, and carried in several English and French publications based in Vietnam, notes the national Bahai convention, held in Ho Chi Minh city, and states,

Addressing the event, a representative of the Government’s Committee for Religious Affairs praised the community’s contributions over the past years. The committee’s representative suggested that in the next tenure, Baha’i dignitaries should focus on instructing followers to implement the Government’s policies, and consolidating the great national unity bloc and unity with other religions.

According to the report, there are more than 7,000 Bahais in 43 localities in Vietnam, mostly in central and southern regions.